Operator's Manual

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FormNo.3418-853RevA

TimeMaster

30inLawnMower

ModelNo.21199—SerialNo.402082000andUp

ModelNo.21200—SerialNo.402082000andUp

Operator'sManual

Introduction

Thisrotary-blade,walk-behindlawnmowerisintended

tobeusedbyresidentialhomeowners.Itisdesigned

primarilyforcuttinggrassonwell-maintainedlawns

onresidentialproperties.Itisnotdesignedforcutting

brushorforagriculturaluses.

Readthisinformationcarefullytolearnhowtooperate

andmaintainyourproductproperlyandtoavoid

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operatingtheproductproperlyandsafely.

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Summary of content (36 pages)

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Form No. 3418-853 Rev A TimeMaster® 30in Lawn Mower Model No. 21199—Serial No. 402082000 and Up Model No. 21200—Serial No. 402082000 and Up Operator's Manual Introduction g000502 This rotary-blade, walk-behind lawn mower is intended to be used by residential homeowners. It is designed primarily for cutting grass on well-maintained lawns on residential properties. It is not designed for cutting brush or for agricultural uses.
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Preparing the Engine ........................................ 33 Removing the Machine from Storage ................ 33 the engine manufacturer’s information included with the machine. Contents Introduction ............................................................... 1 Safety ....................................................................... 3 General Safety ................................................... 3 Safety and Instructional Decals .......................... 3 Setup .....................
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Safety • Do not operate the machine without all guards This machine has been designed in accordance with ANSI B71.1-2012. • Keep bystanders and children a safe distance and other safety protective devices in place and working on the machine. away from the machine. Do not allow children to operate the machine. Allow only people who are responsible, trained, familiar with the instructions, and physically capable to operate the machine.
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decal108-9751 108-9751 Electric-Start Model Only 1. Engine—stop (shut off) decal131-4514b 131-4514 1. Warning—read the Operator's Manual. 3. Engine—start 2. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower blade—stay away from moving parts; keep all guards and shields in place. 2. Engine—run 3. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand or foot, mower blade—disconnect the spark-plug wire and read the instructions before servicing or performing maintenance. 4.
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decal132-4470 132-4470 Traction Adjustment 1. Attention; read the 2. Scan the QR code for Operator's Manual—1) more information on Loosen the knob by turning traction adjustment. it counterclockwise; 2) Pull the cable(s) away from the engine to decrease the traction, or push the cable(s) toward the engine to increase the traction; 3) Tighten the knob by turning it clockwise.
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Setup Important: Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine and any other plastic or wrapping on the machine. Important: To prevent accidental starting, do not insert the key into the electric-start ignition (if equipped) until you are ready to start the engine. 1 Assembling and Unfolding the Handle No Parts Required Procedure WARNING Assembling and unfolding the handle improperly can damage the cables, causing an unsafe operating condition.
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2 Installing the Blade-Control Bar No Parts Required Procedure g225133 Figure 4 7
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3 Filling the Engine with Oil No Parts Required Procedure Important: Your machine does not come with oil in the engine, but it does come with a bottle of oil. Before starting the engine, fill the engine with oil.
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Product Overview 5 Charging the Battery No Parts Required Procedure Electric-Start Model Only Refer to Charging the Battery (page 26). g191969 Figure 7 1. Side-discharge deflector 9 9. Ignition switch (electric-start model only) or toggle switch (standard model only) 2. Spark plug 10. Battery (electric-start model only; not shown) 3. Recoil-start handle 4. Oil fill/dipstick 11. Rear door 12. Rear cutting-height lever 5. Handle-lock lever 6. Handle knob (2) 13. Fuse 14. Air filter 7.
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Operation Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Before Operation Before Operation Safety General Safety • Become familiar with the safe operation of the equipment, operator controls, and safety signs. • Check that all guards and safety devices, such as deflectors and/or grass catcher, are in place and working properly.
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– Store fuel in an approved container and keep it out of the reach of children. • Fuel is harmful or fatal if swallowed. Long-term exposure to vapors can cause serious injury and illness. – Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors. – Keep your hands and face away from the nozzle and the fuel-tank opening. – Keep fuel away from your eyes and skin. Filling the Fuel Tank • For best results, use only clean, fresh, unleaded g234916 gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher ((R+M)/2 rating method).
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Checking the Engine-Oil Level Service Interval: Before each use or daily Important: If the oil level in the crankcase is too low or too high and you run the engine, you may damage the engine.
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Adjusting the Handle Height You can raise or lower the handle to a position more comfortable for you. 1. Pull the handle-lock lever rearward to disengage the handle-lock pins (Figure 12). g191982 Figure 12 1. Handle-lock lever 2. Handle-lock pin (2) 3. Notches 2. Rotate the handle and align the desired notch in the handle bracket to the handle-lock pins; refer to Figure 12. 3. Release the handle-lock lever to secure the handle in place.
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Adjusting the Cutting Height CAUTION If the engine has been running, the muffler will be hot and can severely burn you. Keep away from the hot muffler. Note: To raise the machine, move the front and rear cutting-height levers forward; to lower the machine, move the cutting-height levers rearward. Set all the wheels to the same height unless special circumstances require otherwise; refer to Operating Tips (page 21). g224172 Figure 13 During Operation within 3 seconds.
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manufacturer's recommended parts when necessary. machine to overturn or cause you to lose your balance or footing. • Use accessories and attachments approved by • Stop the machine and inspect the blades after The Toro® Company only. striking an object or if there is an abnormal vibration in the machine. Make all necessary repairs before resuming operation.
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g234919 Figure 15 16
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• Recoil-Start Handle: 1. Turn the ignition key to the RUN position (A of Figure 16). Important: Do not attempt to start the engine with the blade-control bar engaged; otherwise, 2. you may blow the fuse (B of Figure 16). Pull the recoil handle slowly to the rear until you feel resistance, then pull sharply (C of Figure 16). Allow the rope to return to the engine slowly.
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2. When the engine shuts off, remove the ignition key and take it with you when you leave the machine (B of Figure 18). g193334 Figure 21 Disengaging the Blades Release the blade-control bar (Figure 22). g234920 Figure 19 g193345 Figure 22 Engaging the Blades Important: When you release the blade-control bar, the blades should stop within 3 seconds. If they do not stop properly, stop using your machine immediately and contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
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Checking the Blade-Stop System Operation Note: If the newspaper ball did not go under the machine, repeat steps 4 through 10. 11. Service Interval: Before each use or daily Check that the blades stop within 3 seconds of releasing the blade-control bar. Recycling the Clippings Using the Grass Bag This machine comes from the factory ready to recycle grass and leaf clippings back into the lawn. To prepare the machine to recycle, do the following: You can use the grass bag to check the blade-stop system.
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Bagging the Clippings Use the grass bag when you want to collect grass and leaf clippings from the lawn. If the side-discharge chute is on the mower, remove it before bagging the clippings; refer to Removing the Side-Discharge Chute (page 21). Installing the Grass Bag 1. Raise and hold up the rear door (A of Figure 24). 2. Remove the rear-discharge plug by pulling down on the latch with your thumb and pulling the plug out from the machine (B of Figure 24). 3.
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g234923 Figure 25 Removing the Side-Discharge Chute To remove the side-discharge chute, reverse the steps in Installing the Side-Discharge Chute (page 20). Operating Tips • Wet grass and leaves tend to clump on the yard General Mowing Tips • • Inspect the area where you will use the machine and remove all objects that the machine could throw. • • Avoid striking solid objects with the blades. Never deliberately mow over any object.
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Cleaning under the Machine After Operation Service Interval: Before each use or daily After Operation Safety 1. Move the machine to a level surface. 2. Shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. 3. Lower the machine to its lowest cutting-height setting. Refer to Adjusting the Cutting Height (page 14). 4. Attach a hose to the washout fitting, and turn the water on high (Figure 26).
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WARNING A broken or missing washout fitting could expose you and others to thrown objects or blade contact. Contact with a blade or thrown debris can cause injury or death. • Replace a broken or missing washout fitting immediately, before using the machine again. • Never put your hands or feet under the machine or through openings in the machine.
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Maintenance Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Interval Maintenance Procedure After the first 5 hours • Change the engine oil. Before each use or daily • • • • • Check the engine-oil level and add oil as needed. Check the blade-brake-clutch operation. Clean grass clippings and dirt from under the machine. Check the air filter and clean or replace it, if necessary. Check the cutting blades. Every 25 hours • Charge the battery for 24 hours (electric-start model only).
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Note: Do not brush or blow dirt from the outside of the filter; either forces dirt into the fibers. usage. If you must tip the machine prior to running out of fuel, use a hand fuel pump to remove the fuel. Always tip the machine onto its side, with the dipstick down. WARNING Tipping the machine may cause the fuel to leak. Fuel is flammable, explosive, and can cause personal injury. Run the engine dry or remove the fuel with a hand pump; never siphon. Clean the air-filter body and cover using a damp rag.
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4. Tip the machine onto its side (so that the air filter is up) to drain the used oil from the oil-fill tube (Figure 30). WARNING CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. Charge the battery for 24 hours initially, then monthly (every 25 starts) or as needed.
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Replacing the Fuse Electric-Start Model Only If the battery does not charge or the engine does not run with the electric starter, the fuse may be blown. Replace it with a 40 A plug-in type fuse. Important: You cannot start the machine with the electric starter or charge the battery unless a working fuse is installed. 1. Open the sealed fuse holder and replace the fuse (Figure 32). g017523 Figure 33 1. Rear door and handle-lock-lever assembly 8. Remove the cover from the battery. 9.
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Adjusting the Self-Propel Drive Servicing the Blade-Drive System Whenever you install a new self-propel cable or if the self-propel drive is out of adjustment, adjust the self-propel drive. Service Interval: Every 50 hours 1. 1. Remove the blade-drive system cover (Figure 35). Turn the adjustment knob counterclockwise to loosen the cable adjustment (Figure 34). g016491 Figure 35 1. Bolts g027231 Figure 34 2. Cover 1. Handle (left side) 4. Turn the knob clockwise to tighten the adjustment. 2.
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4. Install the blade-drive system cover that you previously removed. Servicing the Blades Service Interval: Yearly Important: You will need a torque wrench to install the blades properly. If you do not have a torque wrench or are uncomfortable performing this procedure, contact an Authorized Service Dealer. Examine the blades whenever you run out of fuel. If the blades are damaged or cracked, replace them immediately.
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Checking for Bent Blades DANGER If you allow a blade to wear, a slot will form between the sail and flat part of the blade. Eventually a piece of the blade may break off and be thrown from under the housing, possibly resulting in serious injury to you or bystanders. 1. Rotate the blades to the position shown in Figure 39. • Inspect the blade periodically for wear or damage. • Never try to straighten a blade that is bent or weld a broken or cracked blade. • Replace a worn or damaged blade. 3.
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Removing the Blades Installing the Blades 1. Replace the blades when the machine hits a solid object or when a blade is out of balance or bent. Use only genuine Toro replacement blades. 1. Install the first blade so that it is horizontal, along with all mounting hardware as shown in Figure 41. Note: Tighten the bolt with your fingers. Use a block of wood to hold each blade steady and turn the blade bolt counterclockwise as shown in Figure 40.
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Storage Store the machine in a cool, clean, dry place. General Information 1. Perform the recommended annual maintenance procedures; refer to Maintenance (page 24). 2. Clean under the machine housing; refer to Cleaning under the Machine (page 22). 1. Blade (2) 3. Remove chaff, dirt, and grime from the external parts of the engine, the shrouding, and the top of the machine. 4. Tighten the second blade; refer to step 2. 4. 5.
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Preparing the Engine 1. While the engine is still warm, change the engine oil; refer to Changing the Engine Oil (page 25). 2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug and remove the ignition key (electric-start model only). 3. Remove the spark plug. 4. Using an oil can, add about 30 ml (1 fl oz), of motor oil to the engine through the spark-plug hole. 5. Slowly pull the starter rope several times to distribute oil throughout the cylinder. 6.
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